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Hawai’i Bullying Open Dialogue

💭 **Did You Know?
Nearly **1 in 2 Hawaiʻi middle school students (48%)** reported experiencing bullying at school or electronically in 2023. That’s almost half of our keiki facing bullying in one form or another. ([Honolulu Civil Beat](https://civilbeat.org/2025/10/viral-bullying-videos-are-sign-of-bigger-problem-in-hawai%CA%BBi-schools/?utm\_source=chatgpt.com))

The question is…

**Why do you think bullying is still so common in Hawaiʻi despite all the awareness campaigns?**

Is it social media? Lack of consequences? Parents? School culture? Something else?

There are no wrong answers. Let’s have a respectful conversation focused on finding real solutions—not placing blame.

Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and supported.

👇 Share your thoughts below. What do you think is the biggest step Hawaiʻi can take to reduce bullying?

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u/BeTheSHIELD — 24 hours ago

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Hawai’i Bullying Open Dialogue

💭 Did You Know?

Nearly **1 in 2 Hawaiʻi middle school students (48%)** reported experiencing bullying at school or electronically in 2023. That’s almost half of our keiki facing bullying in one form or another. ([Honolulu Civil Beat](https://civilbeat.org/2025/10/viral-bullying-videos-are-sign-of-bigger-problem-in-hawai%CA%BBi-schools/?utm\_source=chatgpt.com))

The question is…

**Why do you think bullying is still so common in Hawaiʻi despite all the awareness campaigns?**

Is it social media? Lack of consequences? Parents? School culture? Something else?

There are no wrong answers. Let’s have a respectful conversation focused on finding real solutions—not placing blame.

Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and supported.

👇 Share your thoughts below. What do you think is the biggest step Hawaiʻi can take to reduce bullying?

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u/BeTheSHIELD — 2 days ago

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Nelson Sua Returns to Hawaiʻi Youth Correctional Facility to Inspire Hope and Positive Change.

Nelson Sua, Founder of Be The Shield, recently returned to the Koʻolau Boys and Girls Youth Correctional Facility in Kailua alongside community partners and local organizations dedicated to supporting Hawaiʻi’s youth. Through a message centered on resilience, personal responsibility, faith, and hope, Sua shared his powerful life story with the young residents, encouraging them to recognize their value, overcome adversity, and make positive choices for their future.

Drawing from his own experiences with childhood trauma and life challenges, Sua spoke candidly about the importance of perseverance, accountability, and surrounding oneself with positive influences. His message emphasized that past mistakes do not define a person’s future and that every young person has the ability to change the direction of their life.

Want Nelson to Speak at your organization?
Contact us on his website!
WWW.ANT-BULLY.COM

u/BeTheSHIELD — 4 days ago

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SHIELD Brings Hope to Ko’olau Boys Home in Kailua

SHIELD Brings Hope to Koʻolau Boys Home

Nelson Sua Inspires Youth at the Hawaiʻi Youth Correctional Facility

Today, Nelson Sua, founder of SHIELD Stop Bullying and Certified Bullying Prevention Specialist, visited the boys of Koʻolau Boys Home at the Hawaiʻi Youth Correctional Facility with a message of hope, healing, and second chances.

Drawing from his own experiences with childhood trauma, Nelson shared his personal journey of overcoming adversity and choosing a path of purpose and leadership. Through powerful stories and heartfelt conversations, he reminded the young men that their past does not define their future.
#shield #hawaii #youth #hawaiiyouthcorrectionalfacility Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i PBS Hawai‘i Hawaii News Report Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i

u/BeTheSHIELD — 4 days ago